Re: [MBZ] W123 300TD reverse lens problem

2013-05-28 Thread Max
Try the same bulb in the socket on the opposite side, and you'll know if the problem is the bulb or the socket. If the problem is the socket, and it is not corroded away, then you may be able to adjust the socket in situ to make it tight again, as someone mentioned. -- Max Dillon Charleston,

[MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Max
Recently found this, and guess who was the first person from this list that popped into my mind? http://www.reddit.com/r/DGU -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

Re: [MBZ] Replacing Rear Springs

2013-05-28 Thread Max
Correct. SLS is not the problem unless it leaks down and sits low when the engine is off. Probably weak/broken rear springs, or other worn components in the suspension. If you have the time, $ and inclination, complete tear down and replacement of all the suspension links and rear springs is

Re: [MBZ] OT - I-5 State of Washington bridge - gone

2013-05-28 Thread Max
Ah, went right by me. Thanks for the correction. -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 Brian Toscano brian.tosc...@gmail.com wrote: I think Clay's point may have been that engineer mistake = accident and everything else is negligence. On Sun, May 26, 2013 at 7:58

Re: [MBZ] OT - I-5 State of Washington bridge - gone

2013-05-28 Thread Max
Max's fantasy: put on the tool belt, and a concealed camera with microphone, and use the proceeds to force the change. Get local press involved, twist the union official's tails, whistle-blower protection, national labor board equivalent, whole deal. Probably never work again as a union

Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL not charging? - starter?

2013-05-28 Thread Max
Assuming good jumper cables, yes you need a new starter. -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Several days ago we talked about my 350SDL voltages, charging, etc. Got new regulator/brushes from Q2 several days ago, but not yet

Re: [MBZ] Rear control arm needed

2013-05-28 Thread Max
Isn't that unique due to the SLS strut mount? http://www.car-part.com/index.htm -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] I think I would rather fly a jet

2013-05-28 Thread Max
Not following you, article says MB is not going to patent this particular idea in order to encourage use by other automakers. -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 Hendrik and fay heni...@gmail.com wrote: Sounds like a good idea, however the reporter is wrong in that

Re: [MBZ] I think I would rather fly a jet

2013-05-28 Thread Max
For all model series from production start in 1979, Mercedes-Benz has rescue sheets in different languages available to download at https://portal.aftersales.i.daimler.com/public/content/asportal/en/communication/informationen_fuer/rettungskarten.html -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87

Re: [MBZ] I think I would rather fly a jet

2013-05-28 Thread Hendrik and fay
It's long been a practise by manufacturers to not patent safety inventions, for example crumple zones. Hendrik who has a crumple zone but has not tested it yet On 28/05/13 17:37, Max wrote: Not following you, article says MB is not going to patent this particular idea in order to encourage

Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL not charging? - starter?

2013-05-28 Thread Dan Penoff
Wife had a dead battery at work last week. Found someone to jump start, then went right to an Autozone. Battery was two years old, they replaced no charge with new 96 month battery. Dan Sent from my iPad On May 27, 2013, at 10:30 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: I still vote for a

Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL not charging? - starter?

2013-05-28 Thread WILTON
Scott, you may have taken the prize. 'Switched batteries; SDL starts easily now with just a touch of the starter; 300D, now with SDL bat, displays symptoms of SDL with same battery. Wilton - Original Message - From: Scott Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com To: 'Mercedes Discussion List'

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-28 Thread Mike Esh
'You're looking for something _easier_ than a bucket of ice water?' Update on cold water application - Dousing the injection pump when the car would not start was successful! I tried it 5 different times during a no start situation. After applying hose water for 30 to 60 seconds it started up

Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL not charging? - starter?

2013-05-28 Thread Curt Raymond
Mark me down for the battery. 3.xxv is 1/2 volt per cell, even a bad starter shouldn't drag the battery down like that. The other day I happened to put the multi-meter on my 190D (or 240D? I forget) while it was running and battery voltage was 14+v. I think your battery isn't taking full

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
Why me? We have two very large (18 lbs. ea.) black cats that, though docile, are imposing enough to scare away any reasonable intruder. On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 3:09 AM, Max meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote: Recently found this, and guess who was the first person from this list that popped into

Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL not charging? - starter?

2013-05-28 Thread Craig
On Tue, 28 May 2013 11:34:09 -0400 WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Scott, you may have taken the prize. 'Switched batteries; SDL starts easily now with just a touch of the starter; 300D, now with SDL bat, displays symptoms of SDL with same battery. CONGRATULATIONS!!! ATTABOY to Scott and

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Rick Knoble
On May 28, 2013, at 11:14 AM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: reasonable intruder. Andrew made an oxymoron funny. Rick Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] Someone Needs to Jump on This

2013-05-28 Thread Dan Penoff
If I had the cash I would be all over this car. I wonder how difficult it is to bring a car in from Canada? http://www.benzworld.org/forums/sale-wanted-trade-giveaway/1713613-sale-1992-mercedes-benz-400e.html Dan Sent from my iPad ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-28 Thread Rick Knoble
On May 28, 2013, at 10:52 AM, Mike Esh michael...@mac.com wrote: You're looking for something _easier_ than a bucket of ice water?' Update on cold water application - Dousing the injection pump when the car would not start was successful! I tried it 5 different times during a no start

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-28 Thread Mitch Haley
Mike Esh wrote: 'You're looking for something _easier_ than a bucket of ice water?' Update on cold water application - Dousing the injection pump when the car would not start was successful! I tried it 5 different times during a no start situation. After applying hose water for 30 to 60

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-28 Thread G Mann
Time to rebuild or replace it. If the pump is responding to the cold water test it's an indication of internal wear to the point where it is time for a complete tear down and bench rebuild, from my experience. If I recall, this car is using cooking grease? It's been my experience most recycled

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Max
Lol! Does the FBI keep statistics on home invasions foiled by cats? ;) -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: Why me? We have two very large (18 lbs. ea.) black cats that, though docile, are imposing enough to scare away

Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL not charging? - starter?

2013-05-28 Thread Max
Aye! -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Tue, 28 May 2013 11:34:09 -0400 WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Scott, you may have taken the prize. 'Switched batteries; SDL starts easily now with just a touch of the starter; 300D,

Re: [MBZ] Someone Needs to Jump on This

2013-05-28 Thread Max
You like the price? Features seem standard for a US spec car, right? -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: If I had the cash I would be all over this car. I wonder how difficult it is to bring a car in from Canada?

Re: [MBZ] Someone Needs to Jump on This

2013-05-28 Thread Mitch Haley
Dan Penoff wrote: If I had the cash I would be all over this car. I wonder how difficult it is to bring a car in from Canada? http://www.benzworld.org/forums/sale-wanted-trade-giveaway/1713613-sale-1992-mercedes-benz-400e.html My aunt bought a Canadian Cadillac a few years back. IIRC, her

Re: [MBZ] Someone Needs to Jump on This

2013-05-28 Thread Dan Penoff
This is a heck of a deal for a 400E, considering its been well maintained and only has 129k on it. These cars were real sleepers, and made a race car out of the W124 chassis. I always swore I would put the wife in one, since she likes to drive with her foot to the floor. Dan Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] Someone Needs to Jump on This

2013-05-28 Thread Larry T
Beautiful car -- don't believe I've seen that color before LarryT 91 300D On 5/28/2013 1:03 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: If I had the cash I would be all over this car. I wonder how difficult it is to bring a car in from Canada?

Re: [MBZ] Someone Needs to Jump on This

2013-05-28 Thread Greg Fiorentino
When we returned from living in BC for 5 years in '98, I brought back 2 vehicles: a US manufactured Suburban and a Canadian Volvo wagon purchased in Canada while we lived there. I declared the Volvo at the border, got something stamped by US Customs and off we went. I had no trouble registering

Re: [MBZ] Someone Needs to Jump on This

2013-05-28 Thread Larry T
Is this the 124 that Porsche built for MB? If so, that's not a good price - it's outrageous as these babies are highly sought. Like you said, Wish I had the money!If it's one of the Porsche MB JVs and the condition is as advertised as it appears to be, this would be a great candidate to

Re: [MBZ] Someone Needs to Jump on This

2013-05-28 Thread Larry T
I believe the Porsche- MB JV was the 500E - sorry for my confusion... LarryT On 5/28/2013 2:23 PM, Larry T wrote: Beautiful car -- don't believe I've seen that color before LarryT 91 300D On 5/28/2013 1:03 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: If I had the cash I would be all over this car. I wonder

Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL not charging? - starter?

2013-05-28 Thread WILTON
Installed new battery in SDL; charging V = 13.5; moved 300D battery back to 300D; both cars starting normally with just a touch of starter. We'll se hw it goes for few days. 'Hope I don't have back prob tomorrow - HEAVY battery lift in awkward position 4 times for each car. Wilton -

Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL not charging? - starter?

2013-05-28 Thread WILTON
Yes, you get an ATTABOY, to Curt. Wilton - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 11:56 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL not charging? - starter? Mark me down for the battery. 3.xxv is 1/2 volt per

Re: [MBZ] Someone Needs to Jump on This

2013-05-28 Thread Larry T
A US Spec car typically means Fully Optioned (or very nearly so) as that's what sells the best in the USA. LarryT On 5/28/2013 1:42 PM, Max wrote: You like the price? Features seem standard for a US spec car, right? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
No, but I could easily create some very convincing headlines to nonexistent newspaper articles, post them online, and watch them rapidly achieve urban myth status. Andrew 2 cats + 2 feline-free 300TD station wagons On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 1:39 PM, Max meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote: Lol! Does

Re: [MBZ] Skagit River bridge

2013-05-28 Thread Fmiser
RLE wrote: All I want to hear is if the steel has been ordered and the cranes are on the way to clear the debris and build a replacement. A good place for some a preservation perspective of bridges is: http://bridgehunter.com/ The forum there has a few bridge professionals and a bunch of

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
I should add that all burglars in D.C. are deemed reasonable unless proven otherwise in a court of law. On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 2:46 PM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.comwrote: No, but I could easily create some very convincing headlines to nonexistent newspaper articles, post them

Re: [MBZ] Someone Needs to Jump on This

2013-05-28 Thread WILTON
Color reminds me: 'saw a purple (slightly purple) fairly new S class at Cracker Barrel west of Wilson, NC, yesterday. Maybe it was so dark blue, it appeared purple, or black with purple tint. Parked right beside it; appeared purple on approach, less so immediately beside it. Wilton -

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Rich Thomas
Maybe this homeowner should have used a cat http://www.postandcourier.com/article/20130527/PC16/130529292/1006/orangeburg-sheriff-resident-fatally-shot-man-who-broke-into-home-with-shovel in which DeShawn, a felon with a history of arrests, assumes room temperature after breaking into a house

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Rick Knoble
On May 28, 2013, at 1:49 PM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: I should add that all burglars in D.C. are deemed reasonable unless proven otherwise in a court of law. Guess I'm going to have to read the book to understand

Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL not charging? - starter?

2013-05-28 Thread Dieselhead
Installed new battery in SDL; charging V = 13.5; moved 300D battery back to 300D; both cars starting normally with just a touch of starter. We'll se hw it goes for few days. 'Hope I don't have back prob tomorrow - HEAVY battery lift in awkward position 4 times for each car. Wilton Yep.

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Dieselhead
No, but I could easily create some very convincing headlines to nonexistent newspaper articles, post them online, and watch them rapidly achieve urban myth status. Andrew Then you can work for CBS, NBCbs, CNNbs, ABCbs or any of the other arm of the ministry of propaganda. You can be just

Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL not charging? - starter?

2013-05-28 Thread WILTON
Both hoods were full up. Probably couldn't have done it with hoods in just normal up position. My thought, too, re. the 13.5 V charging. BTW, SDL charging voltage was 14.27 with 300D battery in it. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Someone Needs to Jump on This

2013-05-28 Thread Dan Penoff
There is a purple or magenta color that was available on the W140s at one time. I have seen it but it's very rare from what I understand. I used to work with a guy who was a high line car broker - used him to get into Mannheim to buy my former 91 300E - he said that a white car with a maroon

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Dieselhead
Guess I'm going to have to read the book to understand http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1595550437?ie=UTF8force-full-site=1ref_=aw_bottom_links Rick Sent from my iPhone Savage reading! This should be a Savage nation! Try The Enemy Within while you are reading.

[MBZ] One success, one vex

2013-05-28 Thread Rich Thomas
The hood latches on the boy's (soon to be the girl's) 84 300SD were not latching. I finally figured out the cable was stuck open so some PB got that working again, after vexing me for months. Duh. The other vex is the sunroof, which took a tree-branch hit. I did some redneck body work on

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Max
Be careful, DC will want to tax/regulate/license these home-defense felines if you have too much success... -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: No, but I could easily create some very convincing headlines to nonexistent

Re: [MBZ] Skagit River bridge

2013-05-28 Thread Max
Zombie trucker apocalypse! Should have had the laser-powered water curtain stop sign for over-height vehicles... -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: RLE wrote: All I want to hear is if the steel has been ordered and the cranes are

Re: [MBZ] Someone Needs to Jump on This

2013-05-28 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
Why? Hard to sell? On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 3:51 PM, Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: There is a purple or magenta color that was available on the W140s at one time. I have seen it but it's very rare from what I understand. I used to work with a guy who was a high line car broker - used him

Re: [MBZ] One success, one vex

2013-05-28 Thread Max
Lemme snap a pic to send you... -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: The hood latches on the boy's (soon to be the girl's) 84 300SD were not latching. I finally figured out the cable was stuck open so some PB

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
At least we don't tax food, like Virginia does. On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 4:31 PM, Max meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote: Be careful, DC will want to tax/regulate/license these home-defense felines if you have too much success... -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20

Re: [MBZ] Someone Needs to Jump on This

2013-05-28 Thread Dan Penoff
Apparently. He was a great resource for little nuggets of information like this. Invaluable when you're in a high pressure environment like Mannheim, where the monthly high line auctions can move 10,000 cars in 4-5 hours. Dan Sent from my iPad On May 28, 2013, at 4:38 PM, Andrew Strasfogel

Re: [MBZ] One success, one vex

2013-05-28 Thread Max
Promise they are clean... -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 Max meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote: Lemme snap a pic to send you... ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] OT - Miele Vacuum Cleaners

2013-05-28 Thread Euan
Yep, Miele consistently polls top of the pile for reliability and performance in Kiwi consumer surveys. We have one (the 'Pet' model). It has a graduated suck function - at full suck, it lifts the carpet. These are good machines. Well worth the premium you pay for the brand. Euan NZ We

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread WILTON
The NC state circus is considering taxing food, auto service, etc. Wilton - Original Message - From: Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 4:40 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed

Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL not charging? - starter?

2013-05-28 Thread Curt Raymond
Downgrade it to an atta (no boy) as I was late... I did change the oil in my '78 240D (new head gasket) today. Gotta get new radiator hoses as the top one leaks but its nearly ready for its unveiling. -Curt Date: Tue, 28 May 2013 14:40:51 -0400 From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT - Miele Vacuum Cleaners

2013-05-28 Thread Rich Thomas
A vacuum cleaner is one thing that is good when it sucks --R On 5/28/13 5:07 PM, Euan wrote: Yep, Miele consistently polls top of the pile for reliability and performance in Kiwi consumer surveys. We have one (the 'Pet' model). It has a graduated suck function - at full suck, it lifts the

Re: [MBZ] OT - Miele Vacuum Cleaners

2013-05-28 Thread WILTON
Now that really sucks. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 5:40 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Miele Vacuum Cleaners A vacuum cleaner is one thing that is good

Re: [MBZ] OT - Vacuum Cleaners

2013-05-28 Thread Jaime Kopchinski
I've had one for about 6 years and its outstanding. Designed in Germany, but made in China I think. It performs exactly as it did when new, so I expect it to last a long time. Recommended. Jaime On Sun, May 26, 2013 at 8:14 PM, Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: Anybody in this august

Re: [MBZ] OT - I-5 State of Washington bridge - gone

2013-05-28 Thread Mountain Man
Max wrote: Max's fantasy: put on the tool belt, and a concealed camera with microphone, and use the proceeds to force the change. Get local press involved, twist the union official's tails, whistle-blower protection, national labor board equivalent, whole deal. Probably never work again as a

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread G Mann
I'm sure if he would have only soiled himself or stuck his finger down his throat to cause vomiting... or perhaps run outside and fired his 12 gage side by side shotgun in the air, the felon would have ran away. We've been told these strategies are the ones that work, right? Perhaps, the man

[MBZ] Update Low Oil Pressure W124 2.5 Turbo Diesel

2013-05-28 Thread Rick Knoble
10 psi at idle (cold) on my new HF gauge. :( How do I check the relief valves? Pull the oil pan next? Rick Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] Update Low Oil Pressure W124 2.5 Turbo Diesel

2013-05-28 Thread Max
I believe the base of the oil filter housing, would need to read the manual... -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com wrote: 10 psi at idle (cold) on my new HF gauge. :( How do I check the relief valves? Pull the oil pan next? Rick

[MBZ] Test

2013-05-28 Thread Rick Knoble
Not this hotmail crap again... Rick Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Test

2013-05-28 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
You failed Sent from my iPhone On May 28, 2013, at 8:59 PM, Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com wrote: Not this hotmail crap again... Rick Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] Test

2013-05-28 Thread Rusty Cullens
Passed Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry® -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net Sender: Mercedes mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com Date: Tue, 28 May 2013 21:00:07 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-28 Thread Jim Cathey
(Thanks to Jim for the suggestion and easiest trouble shooting method I have ever used. ) 'tweren't my idea, I was just commenting on your seeming lack of acceptance of whomever's idea to douse it with cold water as a diagnostic measure. (It might have sailed by and been missed.) Does this

Re: [MBZ] Test

2013-05-28 Thread Craig
On Wed, 29 May 2013 02:01:03 + Rusty Cullens rustycull...@gmail.com wrote: Passed Past ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Scott Ritchey
Excuse me. I believe the correct title is the ministry of truth. -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Dieselhead Sent: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 3:11 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-28 Thread Scott Ritchey
Dr Booth used to say that good used IPs were dirt cheap because they never wore out. Guess that's not so with WVO. May not be true for ULSD, as far as I know. On the other hand, BioD is supposed to be a great lube. -Original Message- From: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-28 Thread Dan Penoff
Is the purpose of this test to lower the temperature of the IP to a point where the tolerances will decrease due to contraction of the metals in the pump? I ask because this is the first time I've ever heard of it. I will add that I know little or nothing about WVO or other alternate fuel use

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-28 Thread G Mann
Little discussed it seems among the WVO crowd, but Vegetable oil used in cooking becomes quite acidic. Many who use it, pay more attention to things like filtering out the dead french fries and plastic fork bits, settling and removing water, but little attention is given to the acid balance. Food

Re: [MBZ] Rear control arm needed

2013-05-28 Thread MG
Would be nice if you did have one Manfred Date: Mon, 27 May 2013 20:30:12 -0500 From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rear control arm needed I used to have tons of those those, I will check and see if I have one but I doubt it.

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Tim Crone
On May 28, 2013 5:13 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: The NC state circus is considering taxing food, auto service, etc. Up here we've been paying 2-2.5% on food, since it dropped from 6% years ago. Prepared food has been as much as 7.75% in city limits. I never figured out the rationale

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-28 Thread G Mann
On Spec BioDiesel, ASTM 52 is acid neutral, water free, and does indeed provide excellent lubricity. Many lab tests support that claim. You may want to look at www.biodiesel.org for further information and spec. Most home made BioDiesel is not fully tested to that Spec, however, and may be

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Craig
On Tue, 28 May 2013 22:40:35 -0400 Tim Crone bb...@crone.us wrote: I pay $10/year to the county for each of my fixed dogs. The fee is $250 for an intact dog. I believe cats are the same rate. All dogs are tracked through the local vets, and bills are mailed out if you have forgotten to

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-28 Thread G Mann
The ice water trick is a down and dirty to get you started and get you home. It is a cheat not a fix. The rapid cool down shrinks the parts just enough that you pump fuel to the injectors again, albeit inefficiently because the pump is on it's last legs. If the cold water gets you back running,

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread G Mann
Holy crap, batman!... That's nearly a dollar a day for a dog with junk... What a racket. Really to bad we can't force all politicians to be neutered for the public good.. On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 7:40 PM, Tim Crone bb...@crone.us wrote: On May 28, 2013 5:13 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote:

Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL not charging? - starter?

2013-05-28 Thread Scott Ritchey
13.5 may or may not be low depending on how much current is flowing. A typical X amp charger will charge at whatever voltage will produce the X amp charge current until the voltage reaches about 14.2v. Then it will charge at whatever current (less than X) that provides 14.2v until the current

Re: [MBZ] Someone Needs to Jump on This

2013-05-28 Thread clay
If you had the cash I could deliver it to you clay On May 28, 2013, at 10:03 AM, Dan Penoff wrote: If I had the cash I would be all over this car. I wonder how difficult it is to bring a car in from Canada?

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
Maybe get a bulk rate to take care of all the teabagger politicians. On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 10:55 PM, G Mann g2ma...@gmail.com wrote: Holy crap, batman!... That's nearly a dollar a day for a dog with junk... What a racket. Really to bad we can't force all politicians to be neutered for the

Re: [MBZ] OT Lethal rubber bands, was:your next handyman project

2013-05-28 Thread OK Don
Perhaps rubber bands will be banned next --- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKrHnYexBic On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 12:27 AM, Hendrik and fay heni...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [MBZ] OT - Motor Rotation

2013-05-28 Thread Greg Fiorentino
I enjoy the occasional Cappuccino. I use the Saeco Aroma and grind my coffee with a Braun cheapie non-burr grinder. I am skeptical that a burr grinder can do a noticeably better grind. I used to do it every morning, but lately avoiding coffee for health reasons. I have spent a little time

Re: [MBZ] OT - Miele Vacuum Cleaners

2013-05-28 Thread OK Don
As is a vacuum pump, of which the one in the Cessna doesn't suck :-( On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 4:40 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: A vacuum cleaner is one thing that is good when it sucks --R OK Don 2013 F150 2012 Passat TDI DSG 1957 C182A

Re: [MBZ] OT - Miele Vacuum Cleaners

2013-05-28 Thread Dieselhead
Euan, Good to hear from you! How are things going in the land of the Kiwi? I suppose the rubble form the shakers is cleared and some reconstruction has taken place. Is that about right? These are good machines. Well worth the premium you pay for the brand. Euan NZ

Re: [MBZ] Update Low Oil Pressure W124 2.5 Turbo Diesel

2013-05-28 Thread Dieselhead
Unless you have a lot of time, I'd just get a new oil pump at this stage. Long as you are in there and dirty, just swap the pump and put er back together. Only one time getting oil up to your elbows or armpits that way. Since it was a sudden change in pressure, and you have checked real

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Dieselhead
Not only pols, but felons too... especially the sexual predators that are not eliminated immediately from the gene pool. The Mann sez: Really to bad we can't force all politicians to be neutered for the public good.. Yep... If we can save JUST ONE CHILD it will be worth it

[MBZ] where we are headed

2013-05-28 Thread Dieselhead
Interesting: http://www.whoradio.com/pages/simonconway.html London article on the web page. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

[MBZ] clear thought

2013-05-28 Thread Dieselhead
One of these podcasts from Memorial Day (5/27) has a great interview with Oliver North. http://www.whoradio.com/cc-common/podcast/single_page.html?podcast=simonconwayselected_podcast=5-28-13_4PM_1369779731_32569.mp3 I am not sure if it is hour 1, 2, or 3. Have not had time to listen to them

Re: [MBZ] where we are headed

2013-05-28 Thread Scott Ritchey
Nirvana. There were no firearms involved, except by police, and the citizens (subjects) dutifully waited for the authorities without interfering. Andrew would be proud. -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Dieselhead Sent: Wednesday, May

Re: [MBZ] Trent/XXXXX/Q/Cat

2013-05-28 Thread Buymbparts
Just saw this. Cats are made Moline Il. There home office is in Pekin Il. Just south of Peoria. Sent from my iPhone On May 7, 2013, at 7:53 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Just curious; there's a Cat assembly plant not far from here - Clayton, NC. Wilton - Original Message -

Re: [MBZ] Trent/XXXXX/Q/Cat

2013-05-28 Thread Dieselhead
Just saw this. Cats are made Moline Il. There home office is in Pekin Il. Just south of Peoria. Caterpillar, and its predecessor, Caterpillar Tractor Company are well known to be headquartered in Peoria, IL. Pekin is but a 'burb of peoria. They have various plants in many locations,

Re: [MBZ] OT Special link for Andrew the unarmed but dangerous

2013-05-28 Thread Michael Canfield
That just HAD to be said to make this thread complete..lol Mike On May 28, 2013 11:48 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Not only pols, but felons too... especially the sexual predators that are not eliminated immediately from the gene pool. The Mann sez: Really to bad we